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Summary
USING YOUR APPLIANCE ............................................................................6
1.1 Gettingstarted...................................................................................6
1.2 Filling the water tank .......................................................................9
1.3 Transportation ................................................................................10
1.4 Settings .............................................................................................. 11
1.5 Vertical steaming ........................................................................... 13
1.6 Auto-o ............................................................................................. 14
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE .............................................................. 15
2.1 Emptying the calc collector* ..................................................... 15
2.2 Descaling your generator ...........................................................16
2.3 Cleaning ............................................................................................ 19
2.4 Storage ..............................................................................................20
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................ 21
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................. 27
TEFAL INTERNATIONAL GUARANTEE ................................................... 30
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USING YOUR APPLIANCE
1.1 Gettingstarted
• Unlock your steam
generator.*
• Completely unwind the
power cord and take
the water cord out of its
storage space.
• Fill the water tank with
tap water up to the max
indicator. Put the tank
back into the appliance
by pushing in until it
locks into place.
• If you have a xed water
tank, open the lid and ll
it directly with a jug of
water.
• Plug in your steam
generator.
Some models are
equipped with a lock
system to hold the iron
onto the base for easy
transport and storage.*
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USING YOUR APPLIANCE
• Press the «ON-OFF»
button on control panel.
• The «ON-OFF» button
light remains ashing
while the appliance is
warming up.
OK
• To release steam, press
and hold the steam
trigger under the iron
handle. The steam will
stop when you release
the trigger.
• The ECO mode setting
can still be selected at
this time.
• When the light stops
flashing, the steam
generator is ready for
use. This can take up to
2 minutes.
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• To release even more
steam, press the steam
trigger under the handle
three times in quick
succession for automatic
sequential steam.
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NO
During ironing do not
leave the iron faced
down on the soleplate
or resting on the ush
accessory. For your
safety, place the iron
on the steam generator
base or on its heel.
OK OK
NO
* Depending on model
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1.2 Filling the
water tank*
• Fill it with tap water
without exceeding the
MAX level.
• Push it back into its
housing until you hear a
«click».
• If you have a xed water
tank, open the lid and
ll it directly with a jug
of water.
• Remove the removable
water tank using the
handle located at the
front of the steam
generator.
• Switch o and unplug
the appliance.
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* Depending on model
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1.3 Transportation*
Your steam generator
is equipped with a lock
system to hold the iron
onto the base for easy
transport and storage.
To transport your steam
generator using the
handle of the iron:
- Put the iron on the
steam generator base
and lift the lock system
over the iron until it
locks into place and you
hear an audible click.
- Hold the iron by the
handle to transport your
steam generator.
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* Depending on model
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USING YOUR APPLIANCE
Changing modes
• To change the setting use
the thermostat that is on
the handle of the iron.
• When you use the
'synthetic' or 'wool'
settings, the temperature
will decrease and no
steam is required. Thus
there is no need to press
the steam trigger.
• When using the 'cotton'
or 'linen' setting the
temperature will increase
and you can can use the
steam trigger.
1.4 Settings
• When you press the "ECO"
button, temperature and
steam decrease.
* Except for SV6140 where the
steam can be used on any
mode
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• To turn o 'ECO' setting,
press the ECO button
again. The temperature
and steam will increase.
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1.5 Vertical
steaming
wool - laine
silk - soie
synth. - synth.
USING YOUR APPLIANCE
As steam is very hot:
never attempt to
remove creases from
a garment while it is
being worn, always
hang garments on a
coat hanger.
• Holding the iron in a
vertical position tilted
slightly forwards, press
on the steam trigger
(underneath the iron
handle) moving the iron
from top to bottom.
• Always use the 'max'
setting on the thermostat
for vertical steaming.
• Hang the garment on a
coat hanger and hold the
fabric slightly taut with
one hand.
NO
max.
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1.6 Auto-o
• The steam generator is
tted with an "AUTO-OFF"
monitoring system. After
approximately 38 minutes
of non-use, the «AUTO-
OFF» system switches o
your steam generator.
• To start your ironing
again, press the
«ON-OFF» button and
you will hear a beep.
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2.1 Emptying the
scale collector*
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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Switch o and unplug
the appliance.
• For long lasting steam
performance, empty the
scale collector every now
and then.
• Fully unlock the collector
and pull it out of the base
unit.
Appliance must be
completely cooled
down and unplugged
for at least an hour
before emptying the
scale collector.
Do not use your steam
generator without
reinserting the scale
collector.
* Depending on model
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• Move the unit over a sink
and ll the water tank.
• Detach the removable
stand from the base of
the appliance. *
• Set down the stand near
the sink and place the
iron on top.*
• Put the water tank back
in the base.
• Plug in the appliance and
switch it on by pressing
the «On» button.
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2.2 Descaling your
generator
• The ashing 'anti calc'
indicator alerts you when
descaling is required.
• Switch off the unit
by pressing the «O»
button, then unplug the
appliance and allow it to
cool completely.
* Depending on model
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• An audio signal (long
beep) sounds at the end
of the descaling cycle.
• Your steam generator will
shut down automatically.
You must then unplug
the steam generator and
allow it to cool.
• Unlock and remove the
scale collector in the back
of the iron to rinse it.*
• Next, reposition the
collector, as well as the
removable stand.*
• Press the blinking
«Anti calc» button for
3seconds.
• The descaling process is
performed, during which
the iron will emit water
and steam for 2 minutes.
Beware of the irons heat
during the descaling
cycle.
• If you do not have
the model with the
removable stand, then
hold your iron above the
sink.
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2 mins
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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Please make sure to
empty the water tank
before replacing the
removable stand in the
back of the iron.
* Depending on model
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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
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2.3 Cleaning
Appliance must be
completely cooled
down and unplugged
for at least 2 hours
before emptying the
scale collector.
Do not use detergent or
descaling products for
cleaning the soleplate.
Never hold the iron or
the base unit under the
tap.
• Clean soleplate with a
soft damp cloth.
• Clean the plastic
parts of the appliance
occasionally with a soft
cloth.
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2.4 Storage
• Switch o and unplug
the appliance.
• Store the steam cord in
its side storage place
without stretching it too
much.
• Store the ush accessory
in its holder underneath
the appliance.*
• Leave the steam
generator to cool
(around 1h) then empty
the water tank before
putting it away if you are
storing it in a cupboard
or a conned space.
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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1H
If you store your
steam generator
in a relatively cold
place (approximately
<10°C), put it in a warm
place before starting
your ironing.
* Depending on model
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Safety instructions
• Please read these instructions carefully before rst use.
This product has been designed for domestic indoor use
only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure
to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer
accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not
apply.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling the power cord.
Always unplug your appliance:
– before lling the water tank.
– before cleaning the appliance,
– after each use.
• The appliance must be used and placed on a at,
stable, heat-resistant surface. When you place the iron
on the iron rest, make sure that the surface on which
you place it is stable.
• This appliance is not intended to be used by persons
(including children) with reduced or impaired physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or persons lacking
appropriate knowledge or experience, unless a person
responsible for their safety provides either supervision
or appropriate instructions concerning use of the
appliance prior to its use.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not
play with the appliance.
• This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or
over and persons lacking appropriate knowledge
or experience or persons with reduced or impaired
Important recommendations
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physical, sensory or mental capabilities provided that
they have been thoroughly instructed regarding the
use of the appliance, are supervised, and understand
the risks involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision. Keep the iron
and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years of
age when it is energized or cooling down.
• The surfaces of your appliance marked by this
symbol can reach very high temperatures when
functioning, which may cause burns. Do not
touch the hot surfaces of the appliance (accessible
metal parts and plastic parts adjacent to the
metallic parts) until the appliance has completely
cooled.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when it is
connected to the mains. Before storing the appliance,
once it is unplugged, please wait until it has cooled
down (around 1 hour).
• Never ll your appliance directly from the tap.
• The cartridge cap must not be opened during use.
• The appliance must not be used if it has been dropped,
if it has any visible damage, if it leaks, or if it functions
abnormally in any way. Do not attempt to dismantle
your appliance: have it examined at an Approved
Service Centre to avoid any danger.
• Check the electrical power and water connection cords
for signs of wear or damage prior to use. If the electrical
power cord or the water connection cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by an Approved Service Centre to
avoid any danger.
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• All accessories, consumable goods and spare parts
must be purchased exclusively from an Authorised
Service Centre.
• For your safety, this device complies with applicable
standards and regulations (Low Voltage Directives,
Electromagnetic Compatibility, Environment, etc.)
• Your appliance is an electrical appliance: it must be
used under normal conditions of use.
• It is equipped with a thermal fuse to avoid overheating.
• Always plug your steam generator:
– Into an electrical system whose voltage is between
220 and 240 V.
– Into an earthed electrical outlet.
• Any connection error may cause irreversible damage
and invalidates the guarantee. If you use an extension
cord, ensure that it is in good condition, has a plug with
an earth connection and is suited to the power rating
of the appliance.
Important notice for ≥ 2800W models only :
Under unfavourable conditions, phenomena such as
transient voltage drops or lighting uctuations may
occur. Therefore it is recommended to plug the iron into
a power supply with a maximum impedance of 0,30 Ω.
If necessary, the user can contact the electricity supplier
for further information about the system impedance at
the interface point.
• Fully unwind the electrical cord and plug it into an
earthed electrical outlet.
• Do not leave the power or water connection cords close
to or in contact with sources of heat or sharp edges.
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• The sole plate of your iron and the iron rest on the
base unit can reach extremely high temperatures, and
can cause burns: do not touch them. Never touch the
electrical power cords with the sole plate of the iron.
• Always ensure that the base unit is positioned close
enough to the ironing surface to avoid straining and
premature wear of the water connection cord.
• Always use a vented/mesh ironing board to prevent
water spots on clothes and to avoid hot steam venting
sideways. Be careful of hot steam when ironing close to
the edges of the board.
• Your appliance produces steam which may cause burns.
– Handle the iron carefully, especially when ironing
vertically.
– Never iron a piece of clothing while it is worn by a
person, but always when it is on a hanger.
– Never iron while in a sitting position with one’s legs
under the ironing board.
– Never point the steam at people or animals.
• Never immerse your appliance in water or any other
liquid. Never place it under a running tap.
• During rst use, your appliance may give o
smoke, an odour or a discharge of particles, but
this is normal, is not harmful and will disappear. If
you use the appliance for the rst time, if you
have replaced the anti calc cartridge or after
lling the water tank, press the steam control
button continuously for few minutes pointing it
away from your linen, in order to prime the pump
and obtain steam.
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• When in use, your electric pump injects water into the
iron solepate. It makes a noise but this is normal.
• Safety Instructions for the Anti-Scale Cartridge and the
Collector (Depending on Model):
- Not for drinking - Prior to rinsing the collector (depending on
the model), always wait until the appliance
is cool and unplugged for over an hour
to unscrew the collector. To perform this
operation, the product must be near a
sink, since some water may ow out when
opening it.
- Never operate the appliance without the
scale collector.
- Never ll the iron using the collector’s
opening.
- Always iron on the same level as the
appliance so as to not strain the cord. Do
not place the appliance on a lower level or
on the oor.
- Keep out of the
reach of children
- Dispose with
household
refuse
- Keep in cool dry
place
Preparation
What water may be used ?
• This appliance has been designed to be used with
untreated tap water.
• Types of water not to use: In order to prolong your
appliance life, you should not use water from clothes
dryers, scented or softened water containing additives,
water from refrigerators, batteries, air conditioners, rain
water, boiled, ltered or bottled water. Do not use pure
distilled nor pure demineralised water.
• All the type of water listed above may contain organic
waste, mineral or chemical elements that can cause
- Prior to rinsing the collector (depending on the model),
always wait until the appliance is completely cool and
unplugged for over an hour to unscrew the collector. To
perform this operation, the product must be near a sink,
since some water may flow out when opening it.
- Never operate the appliance without the scale collector.
- Never fill the iron using the collector’s opening.
- Always iron on the same level as the appliance so as to not
strain the cord. Do not place the appliance on a lower level or
on the floor.
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PLEASE RETAIN THIS INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Environment protection rst !
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be
recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a civic waste disposal centre.
spitting, brown staining or premature wear of the
appliance.
• Do not ll the water tank from the cartridge
compartment.
• Empty the water tank after every use. Do not store the
steam generator with water in the water tank.
Semi-automatic self-cleaning procedure*
• Never start the self-cleaning procedure when the
appliance is on its base.
• Always place the iron on its cleaning stand, over a sink.
• Ensure that the scale collector* is installed in the iron
and properly locked, prior to starting self-cleaning.
• Never touch the iron or its cleaning stand during self-
cleaning. The cleaning accessory may still be hot; wait
at least 15 minutes before handling it.
• The cleaning stand is only intended for self-
cleaning.
• Never use this accessory as an iron holder
during normal use.
*depending on the model
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Causes Solutions
Your iron is
producing
little or no
steam.
You have just lled the
tank or changed the
anti-calc cartridge, or
you have just started
using it.
Press the steam control
button continuously for
few minutes pointing it
away from your linen, in
order to prime the pump.
There is no anti calc
cartridge in the
appliance or it is not
properly installed.
Make sure the anticalc
cartridge is installed
and locked in its
compartment.
Steam cannot be
produced at the
temperature you
have selected.
Set the thermostat
control in the coloured
zone (••• or MAX).
The water tank is empty.
Fill the tank.
Water runs
out of the
holes of the
soleplate.
You are using steam
for the rst time or
you have not used it
for some time.
Press on the steam
control button away from
your ironing board until
the iron produces steam.
The setting is not
correct (1 dot / 2 dots)
and the soleplate is
not hot enough to
produce steam.
Set the iron at 3 dots (•••
or MAX) and wait for the
iron thermostat light to
go out before activating
the steam button again.
You are performing
the Anti calc
procedure.
It is normal that water
runs out of the holes
of the soleplate during
Anti calc procedure.
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Problem Possible Causes Solutions
Water streaks
appear on
the linen.
Your ironing board is
saturated with water
because it is not
suitable for use with
an appliance.
Check that your ironing
board is suitable. We
recommend that you
use a vented/mesh
type ironing board.
Brown streaks
come through
the holes in
the soleplate
and stain the
linen.
You are using
chemical descaling
agents or additives in
the water ironing.
Never add this type of
product in the water
tank (see “for what
water may be used”).
Contact an Approved
Service Centre.
The soleplate
is dirty or
brown and
may stain the
linen.
You are ironing at too
high a temperature.
See our
recommendations
regarding temperature
control setting.
The “anti calc”
indicator is
ashing*.
The anti calc
cartridge is no longer
ecient.
Replace the anti scale
cartridge with a new
one then press the
reset button for a
minimum of 3 seconds.
The descaling
procedure must be
performed.
See section "Descaling
your generator." In this
manual to perform the
descaling procedure.
Problem Possible Causes Solutions
The anti calc
indicator
is still
ashing after
replacing the
cartridge.
You have not pressed
the reset button.
Press the reset button
until the light stops
ashing.
The anti calc
indicator
is still
ashing after
performing
the descaling
procedure.
The descaling
procedure has not
been correctly done.
See section "descaling
your generator".
* Depending on the model
If you have any problems or queries please call our Customer
Relations team rst for expert help and advice
TEFAL INTERNATIONAL GUARANTEE
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